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Lake District Cottages

Cumbria, England's second largest region, is undeniably one of the most naturally picturesque places in the UK. Situated in the North West, the Lake District is a timeless area of hillocks and lakes, where every self catering cottage enjoying tremendous vistas of the wild and awe-inspiring landscape. The Lake District National Park has always been celebrated for its mirror lakes and craggy peaks, with its rugged beauty serving as a muse for poets and artist like William Wordsworth, Samuel Taylor Coleridge, and Robert Southey. Set within this exquisite landscape are an abundance of charming hamlets and towns, all with a great selection of Lake District holiday cottages to choose from. After spending your holiday here in our Lake District Cottages you are sure to be enchanted by the timeless beauty of the region and you'll leave with a vow to return.

The lush, green hillsides, quiet lakes and abundance of plants and nature offer a splendid backdrop for a peaceful and picture perfect vacation. It is an area which has inspired many of Britain's best writers and poets, and invigorates walkers and adventure sport enthusiasts alike. Surrounded by bordering hamlets, dales and twelve of the largest lakes in the United Kingdom, there are lots of opportunities to admire the beautiful scenery that has inspired so many illustrious artists, from Romantic poets such as Samuel Coleridge to the prolific children's author Beatrix Potter.

Many of Web Cottages' holiday homes in the Lake District offer fantastic views out across the Lakes and the picturesque vistas. We have hundreds of Lake District cottages to choose from – use the search bar on the left to find your perfect self catering cottage in Cumbria.

As well as taking time out to discover the rural landscapes, there are a variety of other unique places to visit when you holiday in one of the magnificent vacation self-catering properties in the Lake District. Whether you want a family break, romantic getaway or simply a general trip, there are a range of suitable vacation holiday homes in the Lake District offered in a number of locations around the vicinity. Each property comes with all the facilities you will need for a charismatic and snug stay and an abundance of self catering properties additionally allow pets. Check out the attractions listed below for some ideas on what to do when holidaying in Cumbria.

The summer is undoubtedly the best time to discover the magnificent region of the Lake District, especially if hiking, biking or climbing, when average temperatures are in the mid 20's (°C). However, the changing light and tangible atmosphere which has made the Lake District so renowned is most powerful during spring and autumn.

All of these qualities make this area an especially fashionable tourist destination and as such there is a choice of vacation holiday homes in the Lake District that are on hand for your holiday. With so much to see it is important to have a snug environment from which to investigate and the multiple vacation properties in the Lake District featured on our website are the best place to start.

All over Cumbria, holiday rental accommodation in the Lake District is something customers will travel from all over the world to rent for a vacation at any time of the year, such is the sheer beauty that exists right through a region that seems to have more than its fair share of pleasing landscapes and some of the most incredible natural diversity to be found in England.

Farmhouses and self catering properties in the Lake District are the kind of vacation accommodation in Cumbria that are entirely in-keeping with the atmosphere of rustic peace and the historic customs and traditions that still form an important part of life in scores of pastoral towns and neighbourhoods across the region, so if you want to escape from your hectic urban routine for at least a couple of weeks, you'll find the superb situation in which to relax and unwind when you plump for one of the an abundance of Lake District rental properties on hand for rent.

The Lake District is heaven for those who love the outdoors, with plenty of sailing, rock climbing and hiking on offer. There are massive open areas to enjoy, with wild, un-touched views. Cumbria is best known for its fell-walking and mountaineering. There are a range of internationally recognized paths for biking and ambling holidays, incorporating the Pennine Way, the coast to coast walk, Hadrian's Wall path and the 140 mile coast to coast cycle way. Hadrian's Wall is the most important Roman monument in Britain, stretching seventy-three miles from Wallsend to Bowness-on-Solway.

Containing wild fells, tumbling rivers, mountain-passes, untouched woodland, pastoral moors, and both pre-medieval and Roman monuments, the Lake District is an enchanting holiday spot and walkers paradise. Hillwalking vacations are well admired in an area as famed for its challenging mounds and unblemished pastures as it is its halcyon lakes, so angling and water-sports aren't the only open air tourist attractions you'll be able to make the most of without having to travel far from your vacation home in the Lake District. With a wealth of history and culture awaiting further investigation and the kind of flora, fauna and awe-inspiring panorama that would charm any naturalist, artist or photographer, break rental accommodation in the Lake District is sure to appeal to the whole family.

Fishing on a choice of lakes and stretches of stream is additionally a hugely fashionable activity from any of the housing in Cumbria, providing stunningly fresh ingredients to cook up in your holiday cottage. There are additionally a number of first class nature centres across The Lake District, from the Aquarium of the Lakes in New Bridge or the Osprey Watch near Keswick. Also nearby the lakeshores are a number of towns and rural communities where there are a range of shops, nearby museums such as the Windermere Steamboat Museum, peaceful teashops, and attractive craft and flower displays like those at Graythwaite Hall Gardens.

Water sports are another well-liked choice for customers lodging at a self-catering property in the Lake District. Several of the lakes have water sport centres where there are lots of opportunities to try your hand at a handful of the attractions such as windsurfing, angling and kayaking or even rent a boat to investigate the lakes at your leisure.

The rural communities and towns of the Lake District have plenty of history, with dominating forts and stately homes adorned in amazing artefacts from across the centuries. There are also a big number of festivals in Cumbria during the summer, from the International Maritime Festival in Whitehaven to the North West Food Lovers Festival.

For dads, mums and children, there are a variety of places of interest. One example of this is the World of Beatrix Potter where there are exhibits and short films as well as the chance to wander through vivid sets and recreations of all twenty three tales. For walkers with limited mobility such as young families with children and push chairs, wheelchair users and those with older dogs, there is a choice of thirty nine routes entitled 'miles without stiles' which are easier to navigate than other trails but are as equally breathtaking.

You can always return to a self catering holiday accommodation in Cumbria during any months of the year and still never run out of things to experience.

Holiday Cottages in the Lake District are wonderfully placed near to scores of places of interest. One of the best places to rent a self catering rental property in Cumbria to discover the Lake District National Park is the hamlet of Ambleside, which is nestled within the fells at the head of Lake Windermere in the heart of the Park. View our Ambleside cottages.

Somewhere suitable for all ages is the Lake District Visitor middle at Brockhole overlooking Lake Windermere. Allonby has an exquisite shingle ocean front on the Solway Coast, with a great atmosphere and laid back atmosphere.

One of the best kept secrets of Cumbria, the maritime gateway to the Furness Peninsula is the Victorian vicinity of Barrow-in-Furness, which has not only one of the nicest shores in the locality, but additionally a rich history and picturesque surroundings. The largest village in the region, Carlisle, has been shaped by 2000 years of bloody history, from the legends of King Arthur, to the occupation of Hadrian's Roman army.

Keswick is nestled along the shores of Derwentwater and has something for everyone! From great shops and cafes, to action packed mountain and water activities, there is sure to be something in Keswick to entertain the whole family. View our Keswick cottages.

All of the self catering holiday homes in Cumbria are in a brief journey of Newcastle (NCL), Manchester (MAN) and Glasgow (GLA) airports. Alternatively, train networks are terrific in the vicinity. Carlisle is the major rail station, which is connected directly to London Euston, Glasgow, Leeds, and Newcastle.

Why choose Web Cottages?

Over 10,000 Cottages

With over 10,000 properties throughout the UK and Ireland to choose from, Web Cottages is one of the largest providers of self catering accommodation on the internet. We work with some of the biggest regional cottage companies as well as individual owners to bring you a huge choice of cottages to suit all tastes and budgets.

Great Value Prices

Here at Web Cottages, we have taken thousands of holiday properties from various websites and brought them together in one place. This means we can offer you the very best price from across the web. It also saves you the time of checking numerous websites to compare prices. Moreover, we carry out constant checks to ensure all our cottages are well-priced all year round. Whatever your budget, we’re bound to have a cottage for you.

Years of Experience

Web Cottages was one of the very first holiday cottage companies to appear online and, because of our vast experience, we’re a brand that people trust. Over the years, we have helped tens of thousands of holidaymakers just like you find their perfect cottage.

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